Since I am a lawyer (though of course, not your lawyer, and not his lawyer), a family member asked if I could help him with some issues regarding a durable power of attorney (NY State). Unfortunately, I'm not a trusts & estates lawyer, so I need some direction as to what I should look at and consider in order to let him know whether he should consult a lawyer with that expertise. I know you're not my lawyer, and I'm not seeking your legal advice. [more inside]
posted by Caz721 on Jan 30, 2009 - 5 answers

I am my mother's legal guardian. Can I get a loan to pay her bills using her property as collateral? [more inside]
posted by Gianna on Jul 4, 2008 - 13 answers

I'm curious about what is the validity of my partner's Health Care Power of Attorney when he travels out of state. I can't seem to find much authoritative information when I google this. Can anyone clarify? [more inside]
posted by Robert Angelo on Jun 27, 2008 - 4 answers

My parents are both well into their eighties now with health failing just a little bit more each year. How do I prepare myself for their eventual death? [more inside]
posted by netbros on May 28, 2008 - 11 answers

California legal/medical/ethical question: In advance of my going to the hospital to give birth within the next few weeks, I decided to download and fill out California's standard Advance Health Care Directive form, i.e. a living will (and to have my husband fill his out too, as long as we were at it). However, Google informs me via multiple sources that this form, even if signed and notarized, is "not valid if pregnant". WTF? [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl on Oct 21, 2007 - 15 answers

How can I give my brother in the US power of attorney when I am in the EU? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee on Oct 16, 2007 - 7 answers

How to execute a power of attorney in California? [more inside]
posted by FergieBelle on Jul 9, 2007 - 3 answers